Day Touring

We have a selection of great rides. On most Sundays at least two rides of different lengths are offered from the same starting location to accomodate different riders and schedules. Our rides are fun and usually resolve into smaller groups of riders of similar riding abilities and speed preferences. We hope that you will join us. We ride in Chittenden and other nearby counties as well as New York, southern Quebec and other areas of Vermont. Rides are free and open to non-members, however if you like the rides, please consider becoming a member.

The Ride Schedule for the 2018 riding season is posted on the Events calendar. Most day touring rides are on Sunday mornings. Please note that sometimes weather (extremely warm temperatures or storms) or other unforeseen events may impact or change a ride or ride start location. Check the GMBC email list or contact the ride leader for updated information.

We recommend road bikes and some experience riding in a group. Helmets are required on all rides. All riders must obey the rules of the road. Bring water, spare inner tube, and snacks/money. If the ride includes the ferry, you will also need cash for the ferry. If you are new to road biking or riding in groups, check out the club’s Introductory Rides. More experienced riders may also enjoy the training rides on Tuesday and Wednesday evenings, and Saturday mornings. Please contact Phyl, the touring chairperson if you have any questions. Riders below the age of 18 must be accompanied by a parent.

Touring ride classifications

Social Ride: 10-14 mph average (depending on route), no one is dropped, a very casual ride, typically longer food breaks. Always contact the social ride leader before the ride to be sure that these versions of the ride are taking place. More social ride leaders are needed! If you are interested in these type of rides and are willing to help lead, please contact Phyl. Please email to be added to the Social Riders email contact list, which is the only guaranteed notification for these rides.

E: Easy, average under 10 mph, not necessarily flat (this is Vermont, after all) but close